2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Mobilio (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 128 kg more than 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Mobilio (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Mobilio | 1981 Matra-Simca Rancho | |
| Make | Honda | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Mobilio | Rancho |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
