1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 119 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1994 De Tomaso Guara | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Guara | Corona |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1858 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |