1984 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Celica weights approximately 115 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 (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Toyota Celica | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Toyota | TVR |
Model | Celica | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |