1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1988 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1988 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 146 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1988 Ford RS 200 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | RS 200 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1804 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 116 L |