1971 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1978 Nissan Stanza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 985 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Deauville | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Deauville | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
