2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1976 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1976 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 315 kg more than 1976 Triumph Toledo. 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph Toledo. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Guara | 1976 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Triumph |
| Model | Guara | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
