1984 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1984 De Tomaso Deauville | 1978 Skoda L | |
Make | De Tomaso | Skoda |
Model | Deauville | L |
Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |