1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2000 Caterham 21
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 8 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 21 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 21. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 21.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 2000 Caterham 21 | |
| Make | Caterham | Caterham |
| Model | Super 7 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| 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 | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2230 mm |
