1993 Nissan Laurel vs. 2003 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2003 TVR Chimaera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel. 1993 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2003 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 2003 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Laurel | 2003 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Laurel | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
