1979 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 24 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 51 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (246 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 200 kg more than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1979 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Longchamp | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |