1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Guara 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 158 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
Model | Guara | Drifter |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2606 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1345 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |