1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1993 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1993 Ford Aerostar is newer by 10 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 154 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 290 kg more than 1993 Ford Aerostar. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aerostar. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1993 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Longchamp | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |