1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 1995 Caterham Super 7 and 1995 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (115 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 754 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, 1995 Renault Laguna, 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 Renault Laguna (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna 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 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Caterham | Renault |
Model | Super 7 | Laguna |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
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 | 1308 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 115 L |