1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1056 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.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Caterham Super 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7. 2010 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Caterham | Subaru |
| Model | Super 7 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2751 mm |
