1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla 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 195 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 175 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (149 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 1989 Toyota Corolla 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. 1989 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Guara | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
