1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 9 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1402 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota 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 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Caterham | Dodge |
| Model | Super 7 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 83 L |
