2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord 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 168 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 60 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, 1989 Honda Accord, 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2000 De Tomaso Guara | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Guara | Accord |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |