1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1977 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, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lotus Esprit | 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
Make | Lotus | Matra-Simca |
Model | Esprit | Bagheera |
Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |