1979 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1990 Honda Integra
To start off, 1990 Honda Integra is newer by 11 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 690 kg more than 1990 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1990 Honda Integra | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Longchamp | Integra |
Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |