2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 1128 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 21 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Caterham | Vauxhall |
Model | 21 | Omega |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2740 mm |