1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 13 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 82 more horse power than 2010 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
| Model | Guara | A3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2578 mm |
