2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1375 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Caterham | Chevrolet |
| Model | 21 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
