1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2000 GMC Savana
To start off, 2000 GMC Savana is newer by 9 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), 2000 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Savana (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana 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, 2000 GMC Savana (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7. 2000 GMC Savana 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. 2000 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 2000 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Caterham | GMC |
| Model | Super 7 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 117 L |
