1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1994 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1994 Venturi Coupe is newer by 3 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 745 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Venturi Coupe 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 | 1994 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Caterham | Venturi |
Model | Super 7 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |