1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 20 kg more than 1977 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. 1978 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera has manual transmission. 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Bagheera | Corona |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
