2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1099 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera 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, 1997 Opel Frontera 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Caterham | Opel |
| Model | 21 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
