1985 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 9 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, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 120 kg more than 1994 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Longchamp | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2930 mm |
