1980 Audi Sport vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1994 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1994 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 25 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 TVR Chimaera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | Sport | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
