1982 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 De Tomaso Deauville (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 640 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 1982 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 De Tomaso Deauville | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
| Model | Deauville | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
