2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1983 Ford Capri
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1983 Ford Capri. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Capri weights approximately 39 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Capri. (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1983 Ford Capri | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | Capri |
Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 68.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |