1974 AMC Matador vs. 2004 Lincoln Mark X
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Mark X is newer by 30 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, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Mark X should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Mark X weights approximately 133 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 @ 3100 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln Mark X. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln Mark X.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 2004 Lincoln Mark X | |
Make | AMC | Lincoln |
Model | Matador | Mark X |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2770 mm |