1980 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus 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 5,766 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 80 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 175 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, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | De Tomaso | Hyundai |
Model | Longchamp | Equus |
Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |