1980 Renault 5 vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2001 TVR Chimaera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 5 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 177 more horse power than 1980 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 90 kg more than 1980 Renault 5. 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, 2001 TVR Chimaera (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 5 | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Renault | TVR |
| Model | 5 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 269 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 57 L |
