1980 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 360 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Longchamp | 25 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
