1974 AMC Matador vs. 1989 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 15 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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 128 kg more than 1974 AMC Matador. 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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 AMC Matador. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1989 Aston Martin Virage has manual transmission. 1989 Aston Martin Virage 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 | 1989 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | AMC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Matador | Virage |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 5339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 344 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 105 L |
