1981 Matra-Simca Murena vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Matra-Simca Murena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Matra-Simca Murena would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1981 Matra-Simca Murena. (91 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1981 Matra-Simca Murena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1981 Matra-Simca Murena. 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Matra-Simca Murena. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Matra-Simca Murena. 2010 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1981 Matra-Simca Murena has manual transmission. 1981 Matra-Simca Murena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Matra-Simca Murena | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Ford |
| Model | Murena | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2154 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3670 mm |
