1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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 144 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 355 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Skoda |
| Model | Guara | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
