1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 7 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 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 135 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (147 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 145 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1997 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Guara | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
