1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic 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 168 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 175 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Guara | 1988 Honda Civic | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Guara | Civic |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |