2004 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Matra-Simca Rancho
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Matra-Simca Rancho. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Matra-Simca Rancho would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1982 Matra-Simca Rancho. (78 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Matra-Simca Rancho. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 513 kg more than 1982 Matra-Simca Rancho. 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, 2004 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Matra-Simca Rancho. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Matra-Simca Rancho.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 1982 Matra-Simca Rancho | |
| Make | Honda | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Accord | Rancho |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
