1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1191 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.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture 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 | 1999 Chevrolet Venture | |
Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
Model | Super 7 | Venture |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |