1974 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1976 Mazda 818 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 702 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. 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, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Longchamp | 818 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |
