1998 Caterham C21 vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 15 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1998 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 870 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 2013 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Caterham C21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Caterham C21. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Caterham C21 | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Caterham | Jeep |
| Model | C21 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2634 mm |
