1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1990 Dodge Colt
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Colt. (96 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Colt weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1998 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 1998 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Colt, 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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1990 Dodge Colt | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Guara | Colt |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
