1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2003 Holden Barina
To start off, 2003 Holden Barina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2003 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Barina, 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Guara | 2003 Holden Barina | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Guara | Barina |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
