1974 AMC Matador vs. 2004 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Town Car 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 Town Car (239 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 210 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lincoln Town Car. (389 Nm). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 2004 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | AMC | Lincoln |
Model | Matador | Town Car |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 427 Nm | 389 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 2002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 72 L |