1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Guara | 1981 Ford Capri | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | Capri |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |