2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1995 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 735 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 1995 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Captiva | Guara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
