1990 Ford Granada vs. 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Granada (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 490 kg more than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. 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, 1990 Ford Granada (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Ford | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Granada | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
