1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 1997 Caterham C21 and 1997 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 596 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21. 1997 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1997 Caterham C21 has manual transmission. 1997 Caterham C21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | C21 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |
