1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 891 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (153 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | C21 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |
