1976 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ is newer by 29 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 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 940 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ 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, 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
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1976 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
Model | Longchamp | AZ |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 60.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |