1976 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 590 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. 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, 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Longchamp | Celica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
