1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 12 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 283 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 171 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, 2005 Renault Laguna, 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) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (152 Nm). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Guara | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |
