2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 900 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 143 more horse power than 1990 Saab 900. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 900 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1990 Saab 900, 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 900. (255 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 De Tomaso Guara | 1990 Saab 900 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Saab |
| Model | Guara | 900 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
