1974 AMC Matador vs. 1997 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang 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 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 77 more horse power than 1997 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 402 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 1997 Ford Mustang | |
Make | AMC | Ford |
Model | Matador | Mustang |
Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 86 mm |
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 | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |