1997 Caterham C21 vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 3 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 485 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Caterham | TVR |
| Model | C21 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
