1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1983 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1983 Nissan Laurel is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 90 kg more than 1976 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, 1983 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. 1983 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera has manual transmission. 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1983 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Nissan |
| Model | Bagheera | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
