1973 Ford Escort vs. 2008 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 TVR Chimaera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Chimaera (281 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1973 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 301 kg more than 1973 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 TVR Chimaera (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Escort | 2008 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Escort | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |