1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 18 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 360 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.
Because 1976 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 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Matra-Simca | Toyota |
Model | Bagheera | Venture |
Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |