1986 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2000 Caterham 21
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 21. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1560 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2000 Caterham 21 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Caterham |
| Model | Lagonda | 21 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 100 L |
