1974 AMC Matador vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 26 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 60 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 317 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | AMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Matador | C |
Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 69 L |