1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 14 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 127 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 256 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR, 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Guara | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Chevrolet |
| Model | Guara | HHR |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2629 mm |
