1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1977 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Maverick 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1977 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Maverick weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1977 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
