1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno 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. 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 132 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 495 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Caterham | Suzuki |
| Model | Super 7 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |
