1981 Ford Mustang vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera

To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Mustang weights approximately 135 kg more than 1993 TVR Chimaera.

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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Mustang.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Ford Mustang 1993 TVR Chimaera
Make Ford TVR
Model Mustang Chimaera
Year Released 1981 1993
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2294 cc 4997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 87 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 161 Nm 498 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1185 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4030 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2290 mm