1979 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2005 Volvo V40
To start off, 2005 Volvo V40 is newer by 26 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 158 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V40. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 570 kg more than 2005 Volvo V40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V40, 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, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V40. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V40. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo V40 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo V40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 De Tomaso Deauville | 2005 Volvo V40 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
Model | Deauville | V40 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |