2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Acura Integra.
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, 1988 Acura Integra, 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, 1988 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1988 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Caterham | Acura |
| Model | 7 | Integra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
