1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Guara 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 174 more horse power than 1994 Saab 900. (223 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 295 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, 1994 Saab 900, 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (342 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Saab |
| Model | Guara | 900 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1429 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |
