1974 AMC Matador vs. 1986 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 604 is newer by 12 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 67 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 372 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 604. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1986 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | AMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Matador | 604 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 70 L |
