2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
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, 1970 Chrysler Cordoba (217 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 21 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1970 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | Caterham | Chrysler |
| Model | 21 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
