1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, both 1997 Caterham C21 and 1997 Chevrolet Tracker were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 546 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Caterham C21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker will offer significantly more control. 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 (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1997 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | C21 | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
