1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1992 Opel Calibra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 680 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Caterham | Opel |
| Model | Super 7 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
