1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham Super 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 1316 kg more than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Caterham Super 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona 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 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Caterham | Kia |
| Model | Super 7 | Retona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 554 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
