1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 124 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 435 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Guara | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3090 mm |
