1984 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2012 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Holden Captiva is newer by 28 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 148 more horse power than 2012 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 85 kg more than 2012 Holden Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Holden Captiva 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, 2012 Holden Captiva 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Deauville | 2012 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Deauville | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
