1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 18 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 293 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 46 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo, 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
| Model | Guara | Polo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
