2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Type S would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 TVR Type S weights approximately 250 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, 1988 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1988 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Caterham | TVR |
| Model | C21 | Type S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2300 mm |
