1981 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1448 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 De Tomaso Deauville | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Deauville | Chante |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
