1991 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 TVR Chimaera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda RX-7 | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | RX-7 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 1300 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
