1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1995 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1995 Toyota Venture is newer by 21 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 78 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Venture weights approximately 138 kg more than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Because 1974 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 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Venture, 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, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1995 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Bagheera | Venture |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2588 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
