1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1995 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 736 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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1995 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | C21 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
