1974 AMC Matador vs. 1996 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1996 Subaru SVX 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, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 172 kg more than 1996 Subaru SVX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1996 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | AMC | Subaru |
| Model | Matador | SVX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
