1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1999 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1999 TVR Chimaera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 330 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1999 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Cherry | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2290 mm |
