1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 18 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 136 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Croma. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 235 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma. 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, 2012 Fiat Croma, 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Croma. 2012 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1994 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1994 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 De Tomaso Guara | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
Model | Guara | Croma |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |