1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 4 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 940 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid 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 | 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Caterham | Citroen |
| Model | Super 7 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3000 mm |
