1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 880 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
1995 De Tomaso Guara | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | De Tomaso | Land Rover |
Model | Guara | Defender |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |