1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 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 308 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Guara | 929 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
