1979 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 530 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1979 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
Model | Longchamp | 626 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |