1979 Toyota Celica vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica 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 107 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 155 kg more than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 TVR Chimaera (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Celica | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 3946 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
