1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1977 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1977 Holden Statesman. (214 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Statesman weights approximately 370 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Statesman. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Guara | 1977 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Guara | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
