1997 Caterham C21 vs. 2003 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2003 Holden Monaro is newer by 6 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Monaro weights approximately 912 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
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, 2003 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 2003 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Caterham | Holden |
| Model | C21 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2800 mm |
