2002 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 22 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1308 kg more than 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho. (119 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho has manual transmission. 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | 1980 Matra-Simca Rancho | |
| Make | Land Rover | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Range Rover | Rancho |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
