1986 Toyota Carina vs. 2003 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2003 TVR Chimaera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina 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 182 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Carina weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 TVR Chimaera.
Because 2003 TVR Chimaera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 TVR Chimaera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Carina | 2003 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Carina | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
