2006 Honda Civic vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 965 kg more than 1994 TVR Chimaera.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 TVR Chimaera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Civic | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
