2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2000 Lada Niva
To start off, both 2000 Caterham 21 and 2000 Lada Niva were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Niva weights approximately 670 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2000 Lada Niva 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, 2000 Lada Niva 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 21 | 2000 Lada Niva | |
Make | Caterham | Lada |
Model | 21 | Niva |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 42 L |