1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1984 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1984 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Chevrolet |
| Model | Guara | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
