2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 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 198 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 330 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Guara | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Rover |
| Model | Guara | 100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
