1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 866 kg more than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Bagheera | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1440 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |
