1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2008 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 TVR Chimaera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Chimaera (281 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 220 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. 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, 2008 TVR Chimaera (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2008 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Celica | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
