1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
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 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica 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 81 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 345 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Guara | Celica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2330 mm |
