1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1993 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Twingo 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 1993 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 385 kg more than 1993 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Renault Twingo, 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1993 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Guara | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
