1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1995 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 380 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. (252 Nm). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1995 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
Model | Camaro | Guara |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 282 HP |
Torque | 252 Nm | 402 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |