2002 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 296 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 214 kg more than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet SSR. (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet SSR | 1981 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | SSR | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 5762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
