1974 AMC Matador vs. 1975 Volvo 66
To start off, 1975 Volvo 66 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AMC Matador 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 164 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 66.
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) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1975 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | AMC | Volvo |
| Model | Matador | 66 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1550 mm |
