1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1995 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 22 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 505 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.
Because 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera 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 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1995 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Voyager 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 | 1995 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Plymouth |
| Model | Bagheera | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
