1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1979 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda RX-2 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 164 more horse power than 1979 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 215 kg more than 1979 Mazda RX-2. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda RX-2. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1979 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Guara | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
