1980 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 22 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 234 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 840 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Longchamp | Life |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
