1978 Mazda 626 vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 55 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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 (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | 626 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
