1994 Audi Coupe vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1994 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi Coupe weights approximately 590 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2004 Caterham 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 2004 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi Coupe, 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, 2004 Caterham 7 (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi Coupe. (168 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi Coupe | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | Coupe | 7 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2230 mm |
