1980 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2012 Toyota Matrix is newer by 32 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 164 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
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, 2012 Toyota Matrix, 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 De Tomaso Deauville | 2012 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Deauville | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2601 mm |
