1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. Both 1992 Caterham Super 7 and 2003 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,396 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 464 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, 2003 Toyota Corolla, 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 Caterham Super 7 (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | Super 7 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
