1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1980 Volvo 260 is newer by 3 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 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 470 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, 1980 Volvo 260 (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Volvo |
| Model | Bagheera | 260 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
