1996 Caterham 7 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 15 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Caterham 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 852 kg more than 1996 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Caterham 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Caterham 7 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Caterham | Toyota |
Model | 7 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 478 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 79 L |