2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2003 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 De Tomaso Guara | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Guara | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
