1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Pintara 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 171 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 15 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pintara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pintara, 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Guara | 1992 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Guara | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
