1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1184 kg more than 1992 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Caterham | Jaguar |
| Model | Super 7 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 82 L |
