1974 AMC Matador vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (361 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | AMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Matador | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 100 L |
