1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 385 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Guara | Familia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2200 mm |
