1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 20 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 131 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 761 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander. 2013 Toyota Highlander 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. 2013 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Guara | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 73 L |
