1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2005 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 is newer by 13 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. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Honda S2000. (240 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda S2000 weights approximately 786 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Caterham Super 7 | 2005 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Caterham | Honda |
Model | Super 7 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |