1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1993 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth 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 171 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Colt. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 50 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, 1993 Plymouth 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1993 Plymouth Colt | |
Make | De Tomaso | Plymouth |
Model | Guara | Colt |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1833 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |