1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 13 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 165 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Guara | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 60 L |
