1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 11 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 275 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 291 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute, 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
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1993 De Tomaso Guara | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
Model | Guara | Tribute |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 57 L |