1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 8 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) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Holden Caprice. (262 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Caprice weights approximately 716 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Caprice. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Caprice. 2005 Holden Caprice has automatic transmission and 1997 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1997 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Guara | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 262 HP |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3009 mm |
