2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1984 Ford GT
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford GT would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford GT (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford GT weights approximately 480 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, 1984 Ford GT (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1984 Ford GT | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | C21 | GT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
