1987 Nissan Silvia vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2001 TVR Chimaera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 4,986 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Chimaera (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 TVR Chimaera (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Silvia | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Silvia | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
