1983 Talbot Tagora vs. 1999 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1999 TVR Chimaera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Talbot Tagora | 1999 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Talbot | TVR |
| Model | Tagora | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |
