1984 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 315 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Deauville | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Suzuki |
| Model | Deauville | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
