1978 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2005 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 27 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 188 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2005 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Longchamp | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
