1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2010 Acura CSX
To start off, 2010 Acura CSX is newer by 13 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 127 more horse power than 2010 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura CSX weights approximately 138 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2010 Acura CSX, 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2010 Acura CSX | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Acura |
| Model | Guara | CSX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
