1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
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 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina 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 210 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 49 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 Toyota Carina, 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Guara | Carina |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |