1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 554 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. 2012 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
Model | Guara | S60 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2776 mm |