1974 AMC Matador vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 101 kg more than 1974 AMC Matador.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2007 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | AMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Matador | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 75 L |
