1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1977 Lancia Gamma
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 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Gamma 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 166 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 145 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1994 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Gamma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Guara | 1977 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lancia |
| Model | Guara | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
