1995 Caterham 21 vs. 1995 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, both 1995 Caterham 21 and 1995 ZAZ Slavuta were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Caterham 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham 21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1995 ZAZ Slavuta. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1995 ZAZ Slavuta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 ZAZ Slavuta weights approximately 97 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, 1995 ZAZ Slavuta, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham 21 | 1995 ZAZ Slavuta | |
| Make | Caterham | ZAZ |
| Model | 21 | Slavuta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2330 mm |
