1983 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (246 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 464 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60, 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, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S60. (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 De Tomaso Deauville | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
| Model | Deauville | S60 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
