1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 21 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (251 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1294 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Caterham Super 7. (250 Nm @ 6250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Caterham Super 7. 2013 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1992 Caterham Super 7 has manual transmission. 1992 Caterham Super 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | Super 7 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3246 mm |
