1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1981 Volvo 343
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 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 185 kg more than 1981 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 343. 1981 Volvo 343 has automatic transmission and 1999 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1999 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Volvo 343 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1981 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
| Model | Guara | 343 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
