1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 349 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Guara | 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Guara | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
