1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 16 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7. 2007 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. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | Super 7 | Express |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 117 L |
