1973 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 36 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 97 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 287 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Deauville | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Deauville | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
