1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 5 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 1296 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.
Because 1991 Caterham Super 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Caterham Super 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager 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 | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Caterham | Plymouth |
| Model | Super 7 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2880 mm |
