2002 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1993 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 9 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 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet SSR. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet SSR. (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet SSR. 2002 Chevrolet SSR has automatic transmission and 1993 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1993 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet SSR | 1993 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | SSR | Guara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
