1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 20 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 981 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 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Caterham | Volkswagen |
Model | Super 7 | Golf |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2578 mm |