1974 AMC Matador vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota 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 10 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 408 kg more than 1974 AMC Matador.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | AMC | Dodge |
| Model | Matador | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 83 L |
