2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 251 kg more than 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Astro | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
