1993 Rover 200 vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1994 TVR Chimaera.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Rover | TVR |
| Model | 200 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
