1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Longchamp | Publica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2170 mm |
