1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 18 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 120 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 2198 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Caterham Super 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Caterham | Land Rover |
| Model | Super 7 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
