1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1990 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Colt 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 316 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 139 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Colt. 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, 1990 Plymouth Colt, 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 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1990 Plymouth Colt | |
Make | De Tomaso | Plymouth |
Model | Guara | Colt |
Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |