1997 Caterham C21 vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 12 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 676 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Caterham | Toyota |
Model | C21 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3240 mm |