2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1993 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 950 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 Honda Accord, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1993 Honda Accord | |
Make | Caterham | Honda |
Model | 7 | Accord |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |