1979 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 28 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 73 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 145 kg more than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 2007 Opel Antara 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, 2007 Opel Antara 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
1979 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2007 Opel Antara | |
Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
Model | Longchamp | Antara |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |