1982 Matra-Simca Rancho vs. 1982 Mazda 929
To start off, both 1982 Matra-Simca Rancho and 1982 Mazda 929 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Matra-Simca Rancho. (78 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1982 Matra-Simca Rancho. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 929 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1982 Matra-Simca Rancho. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Matra-Simca Rancho. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Matra-Simca Rancho.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Matra-Simca Rancho | 1982 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Matra-Simca | Mazda |
Model | Rancho | 929 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1441 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |