1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Tuscan 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 57 more horse power than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 251 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | De Tomaso | TVR |
| Model | Guara | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
