1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2004 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2004 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 515 kg more than 2004 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Impala | Guara |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
