1975 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2010 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2010 Renault Symbol is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP) has 192 more horse power than 2010 Renault Symbol. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 940 kg more than 2010 Renault Symbol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Symbol, 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, 1975 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Symbol. (148 Nm). This means 1975 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 De Tomaso Deauville | 2010 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Deauville | Symbol |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2473 mm |
