2002 Caterham Superlight R vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 2002 Caterham Superlight R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (190 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Caterham Superlight R should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (203 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Caterham Superlight R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Caterham Superlight R | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Caterham | Mazda |
| Model | Superlight R | 323 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |
