2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1986 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Croma 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 181 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (120 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma. 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, 1986 Fiat Croma, 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 De Tomaso Guara | 1986 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Guara | Croma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
