1984 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2010 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2010 Dodge Journey is newer by 26 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 2010 Dodge Journey. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 Dodge Journey. 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, 2010 Dodge Journey, 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Journey. (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Deauville | 2010 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Deauville | Journey |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2891 mm |
