1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 19 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 249 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 166 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, 2012 Mazda 3, 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Guara | 3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 55 L |
