1974 AMC Matador vs. 1997 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 23 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 227 kg more than 1997 Dodge Viper.
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, 1997 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 AMC Matador. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Viper 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 | 1997 Dodge Viper | |
Make | AMC | Dodge |
Model | Matador | Viper |
Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |