1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1961 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 44 kg more than 1961 Volvo P 1800. 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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1961 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
Model | Guara | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 45 L |