1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,354 cc, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 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, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 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 | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Caterham | Mazda |
| Model | Super 7 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2430 mm |
