2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1997 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 1150 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.
Because 2000 Caterham C21 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham C21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 1997 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Caterham | Plymouth |
| Model | C21 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2880 mm |
