2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1999 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 1999 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira, 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
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2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 1999 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
Model | Nubira | Guara |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |