1968 AMC AMX vs. 1977 AMC Matador
To start off, 1977 AMC Matador is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 484 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 AMC Matador. (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1977 AMC Matador | |
| Make | AMC | AMC |
| Model | AMX | Matador |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 4982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1861 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2900 mm |
