1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 15 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 40 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 515 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Chevrolet |
| Model | Guara | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
