1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Guara 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 70 more horse power than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (212 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8. 2010 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 1995 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1995 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Guara | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Guara | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
