1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC 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 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 123 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 202 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 (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Scion tC | |
Make | De Tomaso | Scion |
Model | Guara | tC |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |