2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 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 179 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Guara | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
| Model | Guara | 240 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
