1998 Caterham C21 vs. 2010 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 760 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.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Caterham C21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Caterham C21. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Caterham C21 | 2010 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Caterham | Subaru |
| Model | C21 | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2619 mm |
