1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1996 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1996 Subaru SVX is newer by 3 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 180 more horse power than 1996 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru SVX weights approximately 486 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1996 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru SVX. 1996 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 1993 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1993 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1996 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
| Model | Guara | SVX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
