1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 11 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 86 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 210 kg more than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Longchamp | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
