1980 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 21 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 253 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life 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, 2001 Honda Life 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 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2001 Honda Life | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Longchamp | Life |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |