2003 TVR Chimaera vs. 1973 Volvo 1800
To start off, 2003 TVR Chimaera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 1800. (154 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 TVR Chimaera | 1973 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Chimaera | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4546 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
