1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Caterham Super 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 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 | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Caterham | Mazda |
| Model | Super 7 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2990 mm |
