1985 Citroen C vs. 1993 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen C would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1985 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 289 kg more than 1985 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen C, 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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen C | 1993 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | C | Guara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 102 L |
