1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 19 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 749 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, 2011 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7. 2011 Suzuki Equator 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. 2011 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Caterham | Suzuki |
| Model | Super 7 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |
