2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 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.
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, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 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 | 1979 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Tahoe | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
