1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 15 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Caterham Super 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Caterham | Honda |
| Model | Super 7 | Element |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
