1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 18 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1151 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | Super 7 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1697 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 72 L |
