1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,850 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 625 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, 1996 Honda Accord, 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, 1996 Honda Accord (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Caterham | Honda |
Model | C21 | Accord |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1850 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |