2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 438 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2000 Caterham 21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham 21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Caterham | Honda |
| Model | 21 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
