1980 Lada 2105 vs. 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1980 Lada 2105 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 1,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lada 2105 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lada 2105 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1980 Lada 2105 (118 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm). This means 1980 Lada 2105 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada 2105 | 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Lada | Matra-Simca |
| Model | 2105 | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2380 mm |
