1981 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 25 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada 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 160 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Longchamp | Armada |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3140 mm |
