1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 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 7,011 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 949 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | Super 7 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 7011 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 635 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 315 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 | 546 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 69 L |
