1974 AMC Matador vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 144 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 757 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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 @ 3100 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | AMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Matador | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 40 L |
