2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1999 Seat Formula
To start off, 2000 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Formula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Formula 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 63 more horse power than 1999 Seat Formula. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Formula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Seat Formula. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Seat Formula is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Formula. (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Formula.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 De Tomaso Guara | 1999 Seat Formula | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Seat |
| Model | Guara | Formula |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
