1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1997 Proton Perdana
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Proton Perdana 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 147 more horse power than 1997 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Proton Perdana weights approximately 70 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, 1997 Proton Perdana, 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Perdana. 1997 Proton Perdana has automatic transmission and 1998 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1998 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Proton Perdana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1997 Proton Perdana | |
Make | De Tomaso | Proton |
Model | Guara | Perdana |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |