1977 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, 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, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (314 Nm). This means 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
1977 De Tomaso Deauville | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
Model | Deauville | Quest |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 3293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3160 mm |