1981 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2011 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2011 Kia Sedona is newer by 30 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 25 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sedona. (271 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sedona weights approximately 44 kg more than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville.
Because 1981 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 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sedona, 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, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sedona. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 De Tomaso Deauville | 2011 Kia Sedona | |
Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
Model | Deauville | Sedona |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3020 mm |