1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1995 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1246 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.
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, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham Super 7. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1995 Caterham Super 7 has manual transmission. 1995 Caterham Super 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham Super 7 | 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Caterham | Pontiac |
| Model | Super 7 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2950 mm |
