1995 Caterham 21 vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 15 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 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 43 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 727 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, 2010 Ford C-Max, 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham 21. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham 21 | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | 21 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2648 mm |
