1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1992 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1995 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 3 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1992 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1304 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7. 1995 Buick Roadmaster 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. 1995 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Roadmaster | 1992 Caterham Super 7 | |
Make | Buick | Caterham |
Model | Roadmaster | Super 7 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2260 mm |