1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 2 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, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1994 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1994 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 425 kg more than 1994 TVR Chimaera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 TVR Chimaera. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Citroen | TVR |
| Model | Rally Raid | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2290 mm |
