1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1986 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
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, 1997 Caterham C21 (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 1986 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Caterham | Pontiac |
Model | C21 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |