2005 TVR Chimaera vs. 1985 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2005 TVR Chimaera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Chimaera (281 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 35 kg more than 1985 Toyota Soarer. 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, 2005 TVR Chimaera (389 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Soarer. 1985 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2005 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 2005 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR Chimaera | 1985 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | TVR | Toyota |
| Model | Chimaera | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4546 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
