1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia 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) has 323 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 134 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia. 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, 2012 Renault Thalia, 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) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia. 2012 Renault Thalia 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. 2012 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 De Tomaso Guara | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
Model | Guara | Thalia |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 501 Nm | 105 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2473 mm |