1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna is newer by 28 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Because 2007 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. 2007 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera has manual transmission. 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Bagheera | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1440 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
