1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 711 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, 1999 Honda Accord, 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, 1999 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 1999 Honda Accord | |
Make | Caterham | Honda |
Model | C21 | Accord |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |