1980 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 1996 Volvo V90 is newer by 16 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Volvo V90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
| Model | Longchamp | V90 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
