2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 479 kg more than 1978 De Tomaso Deauville.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1978 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Tahoe | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
