1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1984 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Because 1984 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Caterham Super 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1984 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Caterham | Suzuki |
| Model | Super 7 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |
