1981 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 23 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1981 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 De Tomaso Deauville | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercury |
| Model | Deauville | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
