1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 13 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 93 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Guara.
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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 De Tomaso Guara | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Guara | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1306 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
