1995 Caterham 21 vs. 2004 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2004 GAZ 3111 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Caterham 21 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Caterham 21. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 852 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, 2004 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham 21. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham 21 | 2004 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Caterham | GAZ |
| Model | 21 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
