2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Land Rover | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Discovery | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 60 L |
