1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1985 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp 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 203 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 570 kg more than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1985 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Longchamp | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
