2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 692 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, 1996 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1996 Ford Escort | |
Make | Caterham | Ford |
Model | 7 | Escort |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |