1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1976 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 386 kg more than 1976 De Tomaso Deauville.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 1976 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
Model | Suburban | Deauville |
Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |