2009 Ford Ranger vs. 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 30 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
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, 2009 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Ford | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Ranger | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
