1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Guara 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 183 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 179 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2008 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Guara | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Guara | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
