1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1987 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR Tasmin 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 86 more horse power than 1987 TVR Tasmin. (196 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1987 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 55 kg more than 1987 TVR Tasmin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 TVR Tasmin. (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1987 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | De Tomaso | TVR |
| Model | Guara | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
