1995 Seat Toledo vs. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1995 Seat Toledo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1995 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 650 kg more than 1995 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Seat Toledo, 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, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Seat Toledo | 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Seat | De Tomaso |
| Model | Toledo | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
