1997 Caterham C21 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 15 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 947 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, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21. 2012 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. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Caterham C21 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Caterham | SsangYong |
Model | C21 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1637 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 |