1977 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, both 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp and 1977 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 720 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1977 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
Model | Longchamp | Skyline |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |