1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 16 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 190 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Guara | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Guara | Dakota |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 83 L |