1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 31 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 945 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 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 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera has manual transmission. 1978 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:
1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Matra-Simca | Mercury |
Model | Bagheera | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1978 | 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 | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |