1998 Caterham C21 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1998 Caterham C21 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. Both 1998 Caterham C21 and 1979 Toyota Sprinter are equipped with a 1,588 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 Caterham C21.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Caterham C21. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Caterham C21 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | C21 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
