1994 TVR Chimaera vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 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 101 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 144. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 144. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo 144 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 144. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 144.
Compare all specifications:
1994 TVR Chimaera | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
Make | TVR | Volvo |
Model | Chimaera | 144 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |