1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1999 Skoda Felicia
To start off, both 1999 De Tomaso Guara and 1999 Skoda Felicia were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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) has 215 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Skoda Felicia. 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, 1999 Skoda Felicia, 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1999 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | De Tomaso | Skoda |
Model | Guara | Felicia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 403 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |