2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 802 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, 1993 Ford Contour, 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, 1993 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1993 Ford Contour | |
Make | Caterham | Ford |
Model | 7 | Contour |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |