1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1996 Renault Spider
To start off, 1996 Renault Spider is newer by 4 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. Both 1992 Caterham Super 7 and 1996 Renault Spider are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1996 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Spider weights approximately 450 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 Caterham Super 7 (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1996 Renault Spider | |
Make | Caterham | Renault |
Model | Super 7 | Spider |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |