1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (212 HP @ 4450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3510 mm |
