2003 TVR Chimaera vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 2003 TVR Chimaera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 66 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 226 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66.
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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 TVR Chimaera | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Chimaera | 66 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4546 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
