1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 10 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 11 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (240 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 768 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, 2002 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Caterham Super 7 | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Caterham | Lotus |
Model | Super 7 | Esprit |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
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 | 1308 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |