1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 20 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 5,762 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 116 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 604 kg more than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
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1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
Model | Longchamp | Touareg |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |