1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1997 Toyota Paseo
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 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Paseo 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 193 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 255 kg more than 1997 Toyota Paseo. 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, 1997 Toyota Paseo, 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1997 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Guara | Paseo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |