1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2000 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2000 TVR Chimaera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 TVR Chimaera.
Because 2000 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 2000 TVR Chimaera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina, 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, 2000 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Carina | 2000 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Carina | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 57 L |
