1998 Caterham C21 vs. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1998 Caterham C21 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1998 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1998 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, 1975 Chrysler Cordoba (346 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Caterham C21. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Caterham C21. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1998 Caterham C21 has manual transmission. 1998 Caterham C21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Caterham C21 | 1975 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | Caterham | Chrysler |
| Model | C21 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2930 mm |
