1980 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2003 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 245 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
Model | Camaro | Guara |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4375 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |