1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1987 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1987 Toyota Cressida is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Cressida (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 310 kg more than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. 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, 1987 Toyota Cressida (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1987 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Matra-Simca | Toyota |
Model | Bagheera | Cressida |
Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |