1979 Matra-Simca Rancho vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho.
Because 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho has manual transmission. 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Honda |
| Model | Rancho | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1441 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
