1984 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 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) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (166 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 532 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Deauville | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
| Model | Deauville | Forester |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 166 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
