1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio 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 203 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (194 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 201 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, 2006 Renault Clio, 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (215 Nm @ 5550 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Guara | Clio |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 55 L |
