2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1988 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Taurus weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2000 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 2000 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus, 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 De Tomaso Guara | 1988 Ford Taurus | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | Taurus |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |