2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (91 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 470 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5, 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 De Tomaso Guara | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Guara | 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
