1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 TVR Tasmin 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 237 more horse power than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1980 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 117 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin. 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | De Tomaso | TVR |
| Model | Guara | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1017 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 63 L |
