1981 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 24 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 86 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 1981 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 De Tomaso Deauville | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Deauville | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
