1974 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1997 Holden Nova
To start off, 1997 Holden Nova is newer by 23 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 190 more horse power than 1997 Holden Nova. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 875 kg more than 1997 Holden Nova. 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, 1997 Holden Nova, 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 De Tomaso Deauville | 1997 Holden Nova | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Deauville | Nova |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
