1974 AMC Matador vs. 2007 Audi S4
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 33 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, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2007 Audi S4 | |
| Make | AMC | Audi |
| Model | Matador | S4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 341 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 63 L |
