1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 12 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 95 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 225 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Guara.

Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 De Tomaso Guara. (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 De Tomaso Guara.

Compare all specifications:

1994 De Tomaso Guara 2006 Land Rover Discovery
Make De Tomaso Land Rover
Model Guara Discovery
Year Released 1994 2006
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3982 cc 2720 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 403 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2890 mm


 

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