1994 Lada Samara vs. 1999 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1999 TVR Chimaera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Samara would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1994 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 101 kg more than 1994 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 TVR Chimaera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Lada Samara, 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, 1999 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lada Samara | 1999 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Lada | TVR |
| Model | Samara | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |
