1981 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1999 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1999 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 130 kg more than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville.
Because 1999 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram 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, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1981 De Tomaso Deauville | 1999 Dodge Ram | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Deauville | Ram |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |