1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2009 Mazda B4000 is newer by 10 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 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 94 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2009 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Guara | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3200 mm |
