1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 TVR Chimaera
To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Express and 1997 TVR Chimaera were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1997 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1399 kg more than 1997 TVR Chimaera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 TVR Chimaera. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 TVR Chimaera. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1997 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 1997 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 1997 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
Model | Express | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7439 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 555 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2290 mm |