1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2004 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 388 kg more than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
Model | Corvette | Guara |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5740 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |