1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 23 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 157 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 151 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
| Model | Longchamp | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
