1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 20 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 4,475 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1198 kg more than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Bagheera | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2588 cc | 4475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
