1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1980 Audi Quattro. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1999 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | Quattro | Guara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
