2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 520 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
