1974 AMC Matador vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 27 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 65 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 121 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | AMC | Mazda |
Model | Matador | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 171 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
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 | 1671 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2270 mm |