2010 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 25 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 16 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 607 kg more than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Touareg | 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
Make | Volkswagen | De Tomaso |
Model | Touareg | Longchamp |
Year Released | 2010 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4755 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2610 mm |