1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1992 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Monaco 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 249 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Monaco. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 221 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1992 Dodge Monaco, 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Monaco. (232 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1992 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Guara | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |
