2000 Acura Integra vs. 1996 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Acura Integra. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura Integra weights approximately 400 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1996 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 1996 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra, 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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura Integra | 1996 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Acura | De Tomaso |
Model | Integra | Guara |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 402 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |