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, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 924 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, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (205 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
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 | 1998 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.8 mm |
Top Speed | 235 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 | 540 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |