1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 4 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 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1276 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. 1997 Ford F-250 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. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3490 mm |
