1996 Toyota MR2 vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 555 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 (498 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota MR2 | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | MR2 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
