1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2002 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2002 TVR Tamora is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 560 kg more than 2002 TVR Tamora.
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, 2002 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2002 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
Model | Camaro | Tamora |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |