1981 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 614 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Longchamp | 5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
