1985 Caterham 1700 vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 1993 Porsche 968 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1985 Caterham 1700. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1985 Caterham 1700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 968 weights approximately 857 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700. 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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Caterham 1700. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Caterham 1700 | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Caterham | Porsche |
| Model | 1700 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1692 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |
