1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1989 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 506 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, 1989 Nissan Pintara, 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, 1989 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1989 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | C21 | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
