1999 TVR Chimaera vs. 1973 Volvo 145
To start off, 1999 TVR Chimaera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 145 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 TVR Chimaera | 1973 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Chimaera | 145 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4546 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
