1970 GAZ Volga vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ Volga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ Volga would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ Volga weights approximately 250 kg more than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ Volga | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | GAZ | TVR |
| Model | Volga | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
