2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 2,588 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 116 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Tracker | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
