1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho weights approximately 242 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho | |
| Make | Honda | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Prelude | Rancho |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
