1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 350 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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Chrysler | TVR |
| Model | Valiant | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
