1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, both 1992 Caterham Super 7 and 1992 Mazda 626 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (110 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 626. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 626 weights approximately 634 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Because 1992 Caterham Super 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Caterham Super 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Mazda 626 (157 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (130 Nm). This means 1992 Mazda 626 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 | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Caterham | Mazda |
| Model | Super 7 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
