1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 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 78 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 370 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, 2007 Renault Laguna, 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna. 2007 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1997 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1997 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Guara | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
