1993 Mercury Cougar vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera

To start off, both 1993 Mercury Cougar and 1993 TVR Chimaera were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 570 kg more than 1993 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.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Mercury Cougar 1993 TVR Chimaera
Make Mercury TVR
Model Cougar Chimaera
Year Released 1993 1993
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 4997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 0 HP 305 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4030 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1750 mm


 

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