1980 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 31 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) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC70. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
| Model | Longchamp | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2815 mm |
