1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1978 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 115 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1978 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Guara | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
