2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1993 Ford Escort
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 Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Escort weights approximately 655 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 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, 1993 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Escort 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 Escort | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
