1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda HR-V weights approximately 526 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V 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, 1999 Honda HR-V 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 Caterham C21 (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Caterham | Honda |
Model | C21 | HR-V |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |