1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1994 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 425 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Guara. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS. 2011 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1994 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1994 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lexus |
| Model | Guara | IS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2728 mm |
