1977 Chrysler 1610 vs. 2004 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2004 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler 1610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler 1610 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 1977 Chrysler 1610. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler 1610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 75 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 1610. 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, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler 1610 | 2004 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Chrysler | De Tomaso |
| Model | 1610 | Guara |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
