2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1683 kg more than 1996 TVR Chimaera.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 TVR Chimaera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Land Rover | TVR |
| Model | Defender | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
