1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Express 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 237 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 355 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. 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, 1994 Renault Express, 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 (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Guara | Express |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
