1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2010 Honda Civic

To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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 81 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 130 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.

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, 2010 Honda Civic, 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 De Tomaso Guara 2010 Honda Civic
Make De Tomaso Honda
Model Guara Civic
Year Released 1995 2010
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3982 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 282 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 402 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1305 kg


 

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