1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 De Tomaso Guara 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 172 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 69 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. 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, 2010 Kia Rio, 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Guara | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
| Model | Guara | Rio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2499 mm |
