1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1970 Ford 17
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 17 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 338 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 59 kg more than 1970 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1970 Ford 17 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | 17 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 87 L |