1995 Acura Legend vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 200 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 1105 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Because 2003 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 2003 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Acura | Caterham |
| Model | Legend | 7 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2230 mm |
