1985 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 De Tomaso Deauville 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 232 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 996 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Deauville | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Deauville | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
