1992 Ford Escort vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 45 kg more than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
Because 1993 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 1993 TVR Chimaera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort, 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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Escort | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
