1979 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 515 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy 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, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1989 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1989 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 De Tomaso Deauville | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
| Model | Deauville | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
