1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1986 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Model F weights approximately 652 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 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 1986 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Caterham | Toyota |
Model | C21 | Model F |
Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2240 mm |