1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 7 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 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. (397 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. (501 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Guara | Viper |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 7999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
