1985 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 25 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1985 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1985 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 249 kg more than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Because 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Deauville | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Deauville | Ram |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3560 mm |
