1979 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 30 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 20 more horse power than 2009 Kia Borrego. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego 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, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 De Tomaso Deauville | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
| Model | Deauville | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
