1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1995 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Ascona weights approximately 366 kg more than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham Super 7 | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Caterham | Opel |
| Model | Super 7 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
