2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 770 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Because 2003 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 2003 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626, 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, 2003 Caterham 7 (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Caterham 7 | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Caterham | Mazda |
Model | 7 | 626 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |