1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1968 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP) has 188 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 235 kg more than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Guara | 1968 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Guara | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
