1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 200 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
Because 1997 Caterham C21 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 1997 Caterham C21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord, 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, 1997 Caterham C21 (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Caterham | Honda |
| Model | C21 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |
