1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort 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 242 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 1999 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 1999 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort, 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Escort |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
