1980 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2011 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 90 kg more than 1980 De Tomaso Deauville.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rodius 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, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 De Tomaso Deauville | 2011 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | De Tomaso | SsangYong |
| Model | Deauville | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 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 | 1944 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
