1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1977 Mazda 818
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 818 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 175 kg more than 1977 Mazda 818. 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Guara | 1977 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Guara | 818 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |
