2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1990 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1035 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, 1990 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1990 Dodge Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1990 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Caterham | Dodge |
| Model | 21 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |
