1973 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2005 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 32 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 179 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 will offer significantly more control. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Deauville | 2005 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Chevrolet |
| Model | Deauville | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3130 mm |
