1974 AMC Matador vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 614 kg more than 1974 AMC Matador.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Matador | Express |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 117 L |
