1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1978 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 880 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, 1978 Chrysler Valiant (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Valiant 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 | 1978 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Caterham | Chrysler |
| Model | Super 7 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
