2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 280 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, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Caterham | Marcos |
| Model | C21 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1090 mm |
