1974 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 De Tomaso Deauville | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Deauville | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
