1974 AMC Matador vs. 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 112 more horse power than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 177 kg more than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 1981 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | AMC | Plymouth |
Model | Matador | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |