1974 AMC Matador vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 29 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 352 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | AMC | Subaru |
| Model | Matador | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 64 L |
