1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 524 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Caterham | Mazda |
| Model | Super 7 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |
