1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 120 weights approximately 464 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
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, 1964 Volvo 120 (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Caterham | Volvo |
| Model | Super 7 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
