1998 Caterham C21 vs. 1990 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1998 Caterham C21 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Presea. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Presea weights approximately 400 kg more than 1998 Caterham C21.
Because 1998 Caterham C21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Caterham C21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Nissan Presea (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Caterham C21. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Caterham C21 | 1990 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | C21 | Presea |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
