1978 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1977 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. (95 Nm). This means 1978 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Passat. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1977 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1977 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 De Tomaso Deauville | 1977 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
| Model | Deauville | Passat |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
