1980 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1998 Ford Laser

To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 799 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1980 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 1980 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser, 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, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser. 1980 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 De Tomaso Deauville 1998 Ford Laser
Make De Tomaso Ford
Model Deauville Laser
Year Released 1980 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5763 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 168 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 83.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1944 kg 1145 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2650 mm


 

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