1974 AMC Matador vs. 1965 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1974 AMC Matador is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac 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 112 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 522 kg more than 1965 Ford Zodiac. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 1965 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | AMC | Ford |
Model | Matador | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 45 L |