1974 AMC Matador vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1985 Renault Super 5 is newer by 11 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 179 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 1097 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | AMC | Renault |
| Model | Matador | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
