1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1990 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra 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 208 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 165 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1990 Ford Sierra | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | Sierra |
Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |