1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1995 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 852 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1995 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Caterham | Dodge |
| Model | C21 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
