1979 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2001 Renault Clio
To start off, 2001 Renault Clio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Renault Clio. (230 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 1979 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1979 De Tomaso Deauville | 2001 Renault Clio | |
Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
Model | Deauville | Clio |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 105 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |