1973 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 770 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1973 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Longchamp | Corolla |
Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |