1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 16 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 195 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 55 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, 2012 Opel Corsa, 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Guara | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Guara | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
