1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 234 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 789 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. 2009 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1993 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1993 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Guara | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
Make | De Tomaso | SsangYong |
Model | Guara | Stavic |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |