2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 675 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, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Caterham | Venturi |
| Model | C21 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
