1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1994 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1994 Holden Commodore is newer by 2 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Commodore weights approximately 835 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, 1994 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7. 1994 Holden Commodore 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. 1994 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1994 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Caterham | Holden |
| Model | Super 7 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |
