2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1992 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 1992 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2880 mm |
