1978 Matra-Simca Rancho vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1992 Toyota Sera is newer by 14 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Sera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Sera (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera 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 234 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera.
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, 1992 Toyota Sera (132 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Matra-Simca Rancho. (118 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Sera 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 | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Rancho | Sera |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
