1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1989 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban 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, 1989 GMC Suburban 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, 1989 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7. 1989 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1992 Caterham Super 7 has manual transmission. 1992 Caterham Super 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1989 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Caterham | GMC |
| Model | Super 7 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3300 mm |
