2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1968 Renault 10
To start off, 2002 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 10 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1968 Renault 10. (43 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 425 kg more than 1968 Renault 10. 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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 De Tomaso Guara | 1968 Renault 10 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Guara | 10 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |
