1994 TVR Chimaera vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Chimaera 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 13 more horse power than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (212 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 386 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8. 2010 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 1994 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 1994 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 TVR Chimaera | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | TVR | Mazda |
| Model | Chimaera | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
