1981 Matra-Simca Rancho vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1980 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho weights approximately 317 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Rancho | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
