2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1992 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 490 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1992 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Caterham | Nissan |
| Model | C21 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1320 mm |
