1974 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1978 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP) has 236 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 De Tomaso Deauville | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Deauville | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
