1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 13 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 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 810 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect 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 | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | Super 7 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2670 mm |
