1974 AMC Matador vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 13 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 83 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 422 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 1987 Buick Regal | |
Make | AMC | Buick |
Model | Matador | Regal |
Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 68 L |