1974 AMC Matador vs. 1968 Skoda 1000 MB
To start off, 1974 AMC Matador is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda 1000 MB 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) has 173 more horse power than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1968 Skoda 1000 MB has manual transmission. 1968 Skoda 1000 MB 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 | 1968 Skoda 1000 MB | |
| Make | AMC | Skoda |
| Model | Matador | 1000 MB |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 38 L |
