1978 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 443 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 De Tomaso Deauville 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 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape, 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, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (262 Nm). This means 1978 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1978 De Tomaso Deauville | 2005 Ford Escape | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Deauville | Escape |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 262 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |