1990 Ford Sierra vs. 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1990 Ford Sierra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Sierra weights approximately 35 kg more than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
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 Sierra (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Sierra | 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
Make | Ford | Matra-Simca |
Model | Sierra | Bagheera |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1440 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |