2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort 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 171 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 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 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
Make | Caterham | Ford |
Model | 7 | Escort |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |