1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Commodore. (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Guara | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
