2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 650 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, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Caterham | Volvo |
| Model | 21 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
