1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1995 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Suzuki Samurai 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 214 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 245 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1995 Suzuki Samurai 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1995 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Suzuki |
| Model | Guara | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
