1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 33 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1976 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (254 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Mercury |
| Model | Bagheera | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
