1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1970 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda 110 L 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 239 more horse power than 1970 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 370 kg more than 1970 Skoda 110 L. 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1970 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Skoda |
| Model | Guara | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
