1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1989 Holden Camira
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 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Camira would be higher. Both 1992 Caterham Super 7 and 1989 Holden Camira are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1989 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Camira weights approximately 510 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Because 1992 Caterham Super 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Caterham Super 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1989 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Caterham | Holden |
| Model | Super 7 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
