1978 Opel Rekord vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2001 TVR Chimaera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,986 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Chimaera (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 44 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 TVR Chimaera (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Rekord | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Rekord | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
