1985 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2004 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (191 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Because 1985 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 1985 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Deauville | 2004 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Deauville | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3070 mm |
