1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1761 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Because 1992 Caterham Super 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Caterham Super 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Touran (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Caterham | Volkswagen |
| Model | Super 7 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
