1980 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 29 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 135 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (161 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 339 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1980 De Tomaso Deauville | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
Model | Deauville | 6 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |