1974 AMC Matador vs. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1974 AMC Matador is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 2 kg more than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1949 Jaguar Mark IV has manual transmission. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | AMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Matador | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3060 mm |
