1996 Caterham 7 vs. 1990 Isuzu Stylus
To start off, 1996 Caterham 7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Isuzu Stylus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Isuzu Stylus would be higher. Both 1996 Caterham 7 and 1990 Isuzu Stylus are equipped with a 1,588 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Caterham 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Stylus. (95 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Stylus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Stylus weights approximately 547 kg more than 1996 Caterham 7.
Because 1996 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 1996 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Stylus, 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, 1996 Caterham 7 (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Stylus. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Stylus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Caterham 7 | 1990 Isuzu Stylus | |
| Make | Caterham | Isuzu |
| Model | 7 | Stylus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 478 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |
