1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 15 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 126 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Forte weights approximately 63 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, 2012 Kia Forte, 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
| Model | Guara | Forte |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| 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 | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2649 mm |
