1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1981 Subaru DL
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru DL would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1981 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 380 kg more than 1981 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Subaru DL, 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru DL. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1981 Subaru DL | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
| Model | Guara | DL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
