2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1174 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21. 1992 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham C21 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham C21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1992 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Caterham | Jaguar |
| Model | C21 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |
