1979 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1982 Volvo 360 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp 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 196 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 600 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
| Model | Longchamp | 360 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
