1983 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 21 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 118 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 793 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (220 Nm). This means 1983 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1983 De Tomaso Deauville | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
Model | Deauville | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |