1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 2006 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2006 Toyota Quantum is newer by 28 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Quantum (102 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1978 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, 2006 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Quantum 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 | 2006 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Bagheera | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
