1974 AMC Matador vs. 1999 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 1999 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 25 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, 1999 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1974 AMC Matador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Infiniti QX4 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, 1999 Infiniti QX4 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1999 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | AMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Matador | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
