1978 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1992 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1992 Ford Mustang is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp 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 190 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang.
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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1992 Ford Mustang | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Longchamp | Mustang |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 2302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |