1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 1973 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1999 Citroen Pluriel is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 944 kg more than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Pluriel, 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, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 1973 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | Pluriel | Deauville |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
