1974 AMC Matador vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 7 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 106 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 742 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | AMC | Opel |
| Model | Matador | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 40 L |
