1978 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,763 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 158 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 184 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Volare. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1978 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | De Tomaso | Plymouth |
Model | Longchamp | Volare |
Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |