1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 TVR Chimaera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 515 kg more than 1996 TVR Chimaera.
Because 1996 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 1996 TVR Chimaera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, 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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1996 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 1996 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | TVR |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2290 mm |
