1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 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 208 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 580 kg more than 1978 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Longchamp | Corona |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
