1987 Audi Coupe vs. 1995 Caterham 21
To start off, 1995 Caterham 21 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham 21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi Coupe weights approximately 332 kg more than 1995 Caterham 21.
Because 1995 Caterham 21 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 1995 Caterham 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe, 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, 1987 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham 21. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi Coupe | 1995 Caterham 21 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | Coupe | 21 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2260 mm |
