1982 Matra-Simca Rancho vs. 1982 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, both 1982 Matra-Simca Rancho and 1982 Vauxhall Astra were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Matra-Simca Rancho is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Matra-Simca Rancho (78 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Matra-Simca Rancho should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Matra-Simca Rancho weights approximately 292 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Matra-Simca Rancho (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Astra. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Matra-Simca Rancho will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Matra-Simca Rancho | 1982 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Vauxhall |
| Model | Rancho | Astra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1441 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
