1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 918 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Opel Senator (205 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator 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 | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Caterham | Opel |
| Model | Super 7 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
