2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Skoda L weights approximately 235 kg more 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, 2000 Caterham C21 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham C21 | 1990 Skoda L | |
Make | Caterham | Skoda |
Model | C21 | L |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |