1974 AMC Matador vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 TVR Tuscan 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 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 692 kg more than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 TVR Tuscan. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 2007 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2007 TVR Tuscan 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 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | AMC | TVR |
| Model | Matador | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 65 L |
