1974 AMC Matador vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 6 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (242 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 252 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Matador | 500 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 4972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 90 L |