1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1999 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1999 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 De Tomaso Guara 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 229 more horse power than 1999 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1999 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Guara | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
