1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2002 GMC Safari
To start off, 2002 GMC Safari is newer by 7 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 1401 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham Super 7. 2002 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1995 Caterham Super 7 has manual transmission. 1995 Caterham Super 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham Super 7 | 2002 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Caterham | GMC |
| Model | Super 7 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 98 L |
