1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 6 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 200 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1191 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3510 mm |
