1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 375 kg more than 1979 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Skoda |
| Model | Guara | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
