1974 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1983 Nissan Sunny is newer by 9 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 De Tomaso Deauville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 De Tomaso Deauville | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Deauville | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
