1991 Ford Sierra vs. 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1991 Ford Sierra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Sierra weights approximately 245 kg more than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Sierra (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Ford | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Sierra | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 900 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 |
