1985 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1977 Volvo 164
To start off, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 164.
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, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Deauville | 1977 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
| Model | Deauville | 164 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3350 mm |
