1980 Lada 2105 vs. 2008 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 TVR Chimaera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 2105 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 207 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 190 kg more than 1980 Lada 2105. 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) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (118 Nm). This means 2008 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada 2105 | 2008 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Lada | TVR |
| Model | 2105 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2290 mm |
