1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 27 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 26 more horse power than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 296 kg more than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Longchamp | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 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 | 1996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2789 mm |
