2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 825 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, 1998 Honda Accord, 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 21 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Caterham | Honda |
Model | 21 | Accord |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |