2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today 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 153 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Today weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Caterham 7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 1994 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2004 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2004 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Caterham 7 | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Caterham | Honda |
Model | 7 | Today |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |