2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 1983 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 391 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 1983 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Traverse | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
