1973 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1979 Volvo 245
To start off, 1979 Volvo 245 is newer by 6 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 158 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 245. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 245.
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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 245. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1979 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
| Model | Longchamp | 245 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
