1983 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 147 kg more than 2004 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1983 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1983 De Tomaso Deauville | 2004 GMC Safari | |
Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
Model | Deauville | Safari |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 191 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1793 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |