1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 1995 Honda Today 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 249 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 990 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1995 Honda Today | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Longchamp | Today |
Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |