2001 Audi TT vs. 1993 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2001 Audi TT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2001 Audi TT. (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi TT weights approximately 776 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2001 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT 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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi TT. (285 Nm). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 1993 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | TT | Guara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 102 L |
