1976 Lada 1200 vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1976 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1976 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 77 kg more than 1976 Lada 1200. 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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lada 1200 | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Lada | TVR |
| Model | 1200 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 57 L |
