1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 De Tomaso Guara 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 197 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1998 Toyota Corolla, 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Guara | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Guara | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
