1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1992 Ford Orion
To start off, 1995 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1992 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Orion weights approximately 466 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, 1992 Ford Orion, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Orion. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham Super 7 | 1992 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | Super 7 | Orion |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1350 mm |
