1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 10 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 109 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 208 kg more than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 1984 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Suburban | Deauville |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2610 mm |
