1974 AMC Matador vs. 1974 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, both 1974 AMC Matador and 1974 Vauxhall Victor 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 111 more horse power than 1974 Vauxhall Victor. (109 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1974 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 632 kg more than 1974 Vauxhall Victor. 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. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1974 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1974 Vauxhall Victor 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.
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1974 AMC Matador | 1974 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | AMC | Vauxhall |
Model | Matador | Victor |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |