2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 810 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 1989 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Blizzard 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, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
