1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1994 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 TVR Chimaera. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Camaro | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
