1985 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 771 kg more than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Chevrolet |
| Model | Longchamp | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2471 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2946 mm |
