1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 685 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (132 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | Super 7 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2590 mm |
