1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 De Tomaso Guara 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 58 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C30. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2013 Volvo C30, 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
| Model | Guara | C30 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
