1997 TVR Chimaera vs. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1997 TVR Chimaera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 210 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
1997 TVR Chimaera | 1993 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | TVR | Vauxhall |
Model | Chimaera | Carlton |
Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |