1974 AMC Matador vs. 1974 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, both 1974 AMC Matador and 1974 Chrysler Valiant were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 82 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 388 kg more than 1974 Chrysler Valiant. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 1974 Chrysler Valiant | |
Make | AMC | Chrysler |
Model | Matador | Valiant |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |