1998 Caterham C21 vs. 1994 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1998 Caterham C21 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1998 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1998 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 935 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, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Caterham C21. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Caterham C21 | 1994 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | C21 | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
