1974 AMC Matador vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 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 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | AMC | Ford |
| Model | Matador | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 132 L |
