1984 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 22 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 102 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 497 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Deauville | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Deauville | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3070 mm |
