1978 Matra-Simca Rancho vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho weights approximately 119 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1990 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Rancho | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
