1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1984 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Corsa 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 238 more horse power than 1984 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 405 kg more than 1984 Opel Corsa. 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, 1984 Opel Corsa, 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 (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1984 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Guara | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
