1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 1992 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 323 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Caterham | Mazda |
| Model | Super 7 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
