1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 634 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Caterham | Renault |
| Model | Super 7 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 38 L |
