2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Guara | 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Guara | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2970 mm |
