1974 AMC Matador vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant 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 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 137 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1974 AMC Matador is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 AMC Matador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (340 Nm). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | AMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Matador | Galant |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 67 L |
