1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1995 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1346 kg more than 1995 Caterham Super 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Caterham Super 7 | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Caterham | Toyota |
Model | Super 7 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |