2000 Lada Samara vs. 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho weights approximately 142 kg more than 2000 Lada Samara. 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, 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Samara | 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho | |
| Make | Lada | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Samara | Rancho |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
