1980 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1999 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1999 GMC Suburban is newer by 19 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 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1999 GMC Suburban. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 255 kg more than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1999 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
| Model | Longchamp | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 7400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3350 mm |
