2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 90 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica. 1983 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2002 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2002 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 De Tomaso Guara | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Guara | Celica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
