1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1994 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1994 De Tomaso Guara | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Rover |
Model | Guara | 200 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |