2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude 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) has 111 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2005 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Guara | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Guara | Prelude |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2258 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 414 Nm | 214 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |