1974 AMC Matador vs. 2005 Audi Allroad
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 31 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 88 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.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad 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) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi Allroad. (350 Nm). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2005 Audi Allroad | |
| Make | AMC | Audi |
| Model | Matador | Allroad |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 70 L |
