1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1979 Toyota Crown is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 2,588 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 154 kg more than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
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 Matra-Simca Bagheera (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown. 1979 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera has manual transmission. 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Bagheera | Crown |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2588 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
