1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1997 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 335 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1997 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Daihatsu | De Tomaso |
Model | Naked | Guara |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 3981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |