2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1992 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1992 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Skoda L weights approximately 345 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 (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1992 Skoda L | |
| Make | Caterham | Skoda |
| Model | 7 | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
