1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 944 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) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 944. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 944 weights approximately 238 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) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 944. (330 Nm). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Guara | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Guara | 944 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
