1974 AMC Matador vs. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro 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 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador.
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 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Matador | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
