1997 Caterham C21 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 16 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 2030 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | C21 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 2684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2946 mm |
