1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1998 Ford Courier
To start off, both 1998 De Tomaso Guara and 1998 Ford Courier were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 154 more horse power than 1998 Ford Courier. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Courier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Courier weights approximately 123 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, 1998 Ford Courier, 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) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Courier. (179 Nm). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Courier.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1998 Ford Courier | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | Courier |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1798 cc |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 179 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1298 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |