2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Model F weights approximately 870 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F. 1984 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | 7 | Model F |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2240 mm |
