2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 200 kg more than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Because 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta 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 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport, 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, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta has manual transmission. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
Model | Trans Sport | Mangusta |
Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |