1974 AMC Matador vs. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 28 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, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 380 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 3 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.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | |
| Make | AMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Matador | Le Mans |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
