1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1997 Mercury MC4
To start off, 1997 Mercury MC4 is newer by 13 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 94 more horse power than 1997 Mercury MC4. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury MC4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury MC4. (387 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury MC4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1997 Mercury MC4 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercury |
| Model | Longchamp | MC4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
