2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1992 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. (63 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 486 kg more than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1992 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Guara | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2240 mm |
