1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Because 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Caterham Super 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (132 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | Super 7 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2290 mm |
