1996 Caterham 7 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Caterham 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 642 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Caterham 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Caterham 7 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Caterham | Toyota |
Model | 7 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 478 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |