1978 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1987 Lancia Prisma is newer by 9 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 221 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 990 kg more than 1987 Lancia Prisma. 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, 1987 Lancia Prisma, 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1987 Lancia Prisma has manual transmission. 1987 Lancia Prisma 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 | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lancia |
| Model | Deauville | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 55.5 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 | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
