1974 AMC Matador vs. 1969 AMC AMX
To start off, 1974 AMC Matador is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 390 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1969 AMC AMX | |
| Make | AMC | AMC |
| Model | Matador | AMX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 6384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
