1982 Toyota Crown vs. 2003 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2003 TVR Chimaera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Crown weights approximately 278 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Crown | 2003 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Crown | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
