1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Caterham Super 7 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1991 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, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1991 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | Caterham | Caterham |
| Model | Super 7 | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2240 mm |
