1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1820 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, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (132 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7. 1998 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1991 Caterham Super 7 has manual transmission. 1991 Caterham Super 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1998 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | Super 7 | Express |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3440 mm |
