2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2002 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort 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 190 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 286 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2002 De Tomaso Guara | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | Escort |
Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 914 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |