1984 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 23 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 61 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Deauville | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Deauville | Durango |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
