1974 AMC Matador vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1974 AMC Matador is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 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 145 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 902 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | AMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Matador | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
