1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord 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 181 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 2 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. 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, 1989 Honda Accord, 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Guara | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
