2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1992 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1992 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 825 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
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, 1992 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1992 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Caterham | Venturi |
| Model | 7 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
