2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 796 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, 1992 Toyota Camry, 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Caterham | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
