1979 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2004 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sienna is newer by 25 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 102 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Sienna. (194 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 5 kg more than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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, 2004 Toyota Sienna, 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Sienna. (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1979 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2004 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Longchamp | Sienna |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |