1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 9 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 155 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 905 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | Super 7 | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
