1974 AMC Matador vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS 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, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Lincoln LS. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1999 Lincoln LS has manual transmission. 1999 Lincoln LS 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 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | AMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Matador | LS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 68 L |
