1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 580 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. 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, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Mazda | De Tomaso |
| Model | 929 | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
