1988 Honda Concerto vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1988 Honda Concerto. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Concerto weights approximately 65 kg more than 1994 TVR Chimaera.
Because 1994 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 1994 TVR Chimaera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto, 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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Concerto. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Concerto | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | Concerto | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |