1975 Audi 80 vs. 1995 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1995 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | 80 | Guara |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
