2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 21. (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1048 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette 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. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | 21 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5740 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
