1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1986 Ford Capri
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Capri 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 296 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Capri weights approximately 48 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) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (95 Nm). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1986 Ford Capri | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Capri |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1182 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 54 L |
