1974 AMC Matador vs. 1996 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 22 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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 139 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK8.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 1996 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | AMC | Jaguar |
Model | Matador | XK8 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 75 L |