1997 Caterham C21 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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. Both 1997 Caterham C21 and 2010 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 868 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Caterham C21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Caterham | Subaru |
| Model | C21 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
