1979 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 29 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 515 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 De Tomaso Deauville | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
| Model | Deauville | Forester |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
