1996 Honda Accord vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord 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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 340 kg more than 1994 TVR Chimaera.
Because 1994 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 1994 TVR Chimaera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord, 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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Accord | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
