1977 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 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 121 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 196 kg more than 2012 Kia Sorento. 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, 2012 Kia Sorento, 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 De Tomaso Deauville | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
| Model | Deauville | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
