1974 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 TVR Tamora.
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, 2005 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. (356 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Sedan. 1974 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 2005 TVR Tamora has manual transmission. 2005 TVR Tamora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Sedan | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Chrysler | TVR |
| Model | Sedan | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2290 mm |
