2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1996 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Golf 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 129 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Golf, 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) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (235 Nm). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 De Tomaso Guara | 1996 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
| Model | Guara | Golf |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
