1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1975 Honda Civic
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP) has 233 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 497 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda Civic, 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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1975 Honda Civic | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Guara | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
