1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1997 Chrysler Viper
To start off, both 1997 Caterham C21 and 1997 Chrysler Viper were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,984 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 900 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, 1997 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 1997 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | Caterham | Chrysler |
Model | C21 | Viper |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 7984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |