1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, both 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp and 1983 Volvo 240 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 400 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1983 Volvo 240 has manual transmission. 1983 Volvo 240 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 | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
Model | Longchamp | 240 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |