1982 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 302 kg more than 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 1982 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 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot, 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, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
1982 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Longchamp | Pilot |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2774 mm |