1974 AMC Matador vs. 1995 Volvo 960
To start off, 1995 Volvo 960 is newer by 21 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 1995 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 292 kg more than 1995 Volvo 960. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 960. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1995 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1995 Volvo 960 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 | 1995 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | AMC | Volvo |
| Model | Matador | 960 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |
