1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 1239 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 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Caterham | GMC |
| Model | Super 7 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 1793 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 | 102 L |
