1976 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 93 kg more than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 1976 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 De Tomaso Deauville | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | De Tomaso | SsangYong |
| Model | Deauville | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
