1981 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2000 Hyundai Neos
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Neos is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 De Tomaso Deauville 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 49 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (247 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Neos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 297 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Neos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1981 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Neos. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Neos has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Neos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 De Tomaso Deauville | 2000 Hyundai Neos | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Hyundai |
| Model | Deauville | Neos |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1643 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
