2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (182 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 859 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, 1997 Honda Prelude, 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Caterham | Honda |
Model | 7 | Prelude |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 90.7 mm |
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 | 1319 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2590 mm |