1974 AMC Matador vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 34 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 840 kg more than 1974 AMC Matador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 AMC Matador. (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | AMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Matador | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 88 L |
