1984 Nissan Skyline vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Skyline 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 212 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Skyline.
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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Skyline. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Skyline | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Skyline | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
