1974 AMC Matador vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 14 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 1 more horse power than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (219 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1988 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 162 kg more than 1988 Jaguar XJS. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1988 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1988 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | AMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Matador | XJS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 87 L |
