2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1988 Honda Integra
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Integra 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 126 more horse power than 1988 Honda Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Integra weights approximately 550 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2004 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 2004 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Integra, 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, 2004 Caterham 7 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1988 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Caterham | Honda |
| Model | 7 | Integra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
