1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1536 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Caterham Super 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7. 2010 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1992 Caterham Super 7 has manual transmission. 1992 Caterham Super 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Caterham Super 7 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Caterham | Land Rover |
Model | Super 7 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |