1978 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 De Tomaso Deauville 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 223 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1978 De Tomaso Deauville | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
Model | Deauville | Sunny |
Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |