1981 Ford Granada vs. 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 445 kg more than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Ford | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Granada | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2380 mm |
