1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 26 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, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 880 kg more than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Longchamp | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
