1980 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla 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 211 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 784 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 De Tomaso Deauville | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Deauville | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
