2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,354 cc, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21.
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, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Caterham | Mazda |
| Model | C21 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
