1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 585 kg more than 1994 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 TVR Chimaera. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 TVR Chimaera. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1994 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 1994 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Oldsmobile | TVR |
Model | Cutlass | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2290 mm |