1974 AMC Matador vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 17 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 52 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 226 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 AMC Matador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | AMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Matador | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
