1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 14 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 116 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Guara | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2635 mm |
