2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 De Tomaso Guara 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 224 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lada |
| Model | Guara | 2123 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
