1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 28 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 15 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (281 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 413 kg more than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Chevrolet |
| Model | Longchamp | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3020 mm |
