1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Guara 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 135 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (166 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2008 Honda Civic, 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Guara | Civic |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1668 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |