1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1995 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa 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 89 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Corsa weights approximately 296 kg more than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Because 1995 Caterham Super 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Caterham Super 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Caterham Super 7 (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham Super 7 | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Caterham | Opel |
| Model | Super 7 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
