2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1976 Volvo 265
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 265 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Volvo 265 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1976 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Caterham | Volvo |
| Model | C21 | 265 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
