1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 520 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Longchamp | 25 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
