1997 Caterham C21 vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 13 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 976 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, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1997 Caterham C21 has manual transmission. 1997 Caterham C21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 2010 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Caterham | SsangYong |
Model | C21 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2910 mm |