1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Impreza 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 74 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 110 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1994 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
| Model | Guara | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
