2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1982 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 700 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Caterham 7 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1982 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | 7 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2650 mm |
