1984 Ford Capri vs. 1997 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1997 TVR Chimaera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Capri weights approximately 205 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Capri | 1997 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Capri | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 57 L |