1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1983 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru Coupe 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 330 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 219 kg more than 1983 Subaru Coupe. 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, 1983 Subaru Coupe, 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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Coupe.
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1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1983 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
Model | Guara | Coupe |
Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 60 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |