1980 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1999 Mazda Activehicle

To start off, 1999 Mazda Activehicle 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 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 81 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Mazda Activehicle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle 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, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Activehicle.

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1980 De Tomaso Longchamp 1999 Mazda Activehicle
Make De Tomaso Mazda
Model Longchamp Activehicle
Year Released 1980 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5763 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 296 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 278 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.7 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
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 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2480 mm