2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1992 Volvo 240
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 240 weights approximately 756 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
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, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 21 | 1992 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Caterham | Volvo |
Model | 21 | 240 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |