2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1988 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 405. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21.
Because 2000 Caterham C21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham C21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 405, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Peugeot 405 (180 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1988 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Caterham | Peugeot |
| Model | C21 | 405 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
