1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 170 kg more than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Mazda |
| Model | Bagheera | Luce |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1440 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
