1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 19 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 251 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 740 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. 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) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Longchamp | Vamos |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
