1979 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 23 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 86 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 239 kg more than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1979 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Longchamp | Explorer |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3200 mm |