1974 AMC Matador vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 19 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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 767 kg more than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 TVR Chimaera. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1993 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 1993 TVR Chimaera 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 | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | AMC | TVR |
| Model | Matador | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| 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 | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 57 L |
