1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer vs. 1971 Matra-Simca M530
To start off, both 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer and 1971 Matra-Simca M530 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 1971 Matra-Simca M530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 795 kg more than 1971 Matra-Simca M530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Matra-Simca M530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Matra-Simca M530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 1971 Matra-Simca M530 | |
| Make | Jeep | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Grand Wagoneer | M530 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
