1974 AMC Matador vs. 2006 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 32 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 242 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2006 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | AMC | Buick |
| Model | Matador | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 83 L |
