1998 Lada 110 vs. 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho
To start off, 1998 Lada 110 is newer by 19 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho weights approximately 112 kg more than 1998 Lada 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada 110 | 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho | |
| Make | Lada | Matra-Simca |
| Model | 110 | Rancho |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
