1992 Honda Shuttle vs. 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho
To start off, 1992 Honda Shuttle is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho would be higher. At 1,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho weights approximately 192 kg more than 1992 Honda Shuttle.
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, 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Shuttle | 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho | |
| Make | Honda | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Shuttle | Rancho |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
