1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1992 Holden Statesman
To start off, both 1992 Caterham Super 7 and 1992 Holden Statesman were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Statesman weights approximately 1025 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 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7. 1992 Holden Statesman 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. 1992 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1992 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Caterham | Holden |
Model | Super 7 | Statesman |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |