1995 Caterham 21 vs. 1988 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1995 Caterham 21 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1995 Caterham 21. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 812 kg more than 1995 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, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham 21. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Caterham 21 | 1988 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Caterham | Nissan |
Model | 21 | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |