2004 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1988 TVR S2
To start off, 2004 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR S2 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1988 TVR S2. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 210 kg more than 1988 TVR S2. 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, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR S2. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR S2.
Compare all specifications:
2004 De Tomaso Guara | 1988 TVR S2 | |
Make | De Tomaso | TVR |
Model | Guara | S2 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2933 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |