1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is newer by 9 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 107 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu I-280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu I-280 weights approximately 835 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu I-280.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Isuzu |
Model | Guara | I-280 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2801 cc |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3200 mm |