1978 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 705 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona. 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, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1978 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Longchamp | Corona |
Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 1831 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |