2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1986 Honda Legend
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Honda Legend. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 920 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 Honda Legend, 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, 1986 Honda Legend (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1986 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Caterham | Honda |
| Model | 7 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2770 mm |
