1974 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 16 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 91 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. (205 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 331 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. (298 Nm). This means 1974 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 De Tomaso Deauville | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Pontiac |
| Model | Deauville | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
