1998 Caterham C21 vs. 2004 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2004 GAZ 3110 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1998 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 750 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, 2004 GAZ 3110 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Caterham C21. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Caterham C21 | 2004 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Caterham | GAZ |
| Model | C21 | 3110 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
