1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 13 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 165 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 344 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect, 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 2012 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1999 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1999 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2911 mm |
