1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 18 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 937 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, 2010 Honda Accord, 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 (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Caterham | Honda |
| Model | Super 7 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2741 mm |
