1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort 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 170 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Ford Escort, 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Escort |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
