1985 Caterham 1700 vs. 1993 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Caterham 1700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Caterham 1700 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Caterham 1700 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Caterham 1700 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 677 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Because 1985 Caterham 1700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Caterham 1700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Honda Accord (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Caterham 1700. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Caterham 1700 | 1993 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Caterham | Honda |
| Model | 1700 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1692 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1390 mm |
