1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1992 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Blizzard 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 206 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1992 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1992 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Guara | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
