1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, both 1997 Caterham C21 and 1997 Ford Maverick were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 1200 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.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Caterham | Ford |
Model | C21 | Maverick |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1860 mm |