1985 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 20 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 148 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Deauville | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Deauville | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
