2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 28 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1981 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
Model | Avalanche | Deauville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |