1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona 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 215 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 698 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Longchamp | Corona |
Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |