1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1986 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1986 Nissan Silvia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 215 kg more than 1978 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, 1986 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1986 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Matra-Simca | Nissan |
Model | Bagheera | Silvia |
Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |